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Torque (Constant)

Purpose

Generate constant torque

Library

Mechanical / Rotational / Sources

Description

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The Constant Torque generates a constant torque between its two flanges. The direction of a positive torque is indicated by the arrow.


Note  A torque source may not be left unconnected or connected in series with a spring or any other torque source.

Parameters

Second flange
Controls whether the second flange is accessible or connected to the rotational reference frame.
Torque
The magnitude of the torque, in Newton meters (Nm). The default value is 1.

Probe Signals

Torque
The generated torque, in Newton meters (Nm).
Speed
The speed of the flange that the arrow points to with respect to the other flange, in rad-
 s  .